On Tuesday, May 7, 2024, a distressing incident unfolded on Spring Street within the jurisdiction of the 1st Precinct, where a 16-year-old male was fatally shot. The police were alerted to the situation at approximately 2:27 PM following a 911 call reporting a male shot opposite 233 Spring Street.
Upon arrival, officers discovered the victim, identified as Mahki Brown of 60 East 93rd Street, Brooklyn, suffering from critical injuries, including a gunshot wound to the head and another to the right thigh. Emergency Medical Services promptly transported Brown to NYC Health and Hospitals/Bellevue, where he was pronounced dead.
The police have not made any arrests connected to this shooting, and the investigation is actively continuing. Authorities are appealing to the public for any information that could assist in resolving this case and bringing justice for Mahki Brown and his family.